Quiz Paediatric 003

Question

Compare and contrast the assessment features of Measles and Kawasaki’s Disease.(100%)

Answer

FACEM SAQ Exam 2008.1 – Question 3

  • The overall pass rate for this question was 42/62 (67.7%).
  • Pass Criteria
    • This question was described by the examiners as a highly discriminative question.
    • Good answers emphasised the differentiating diagnostic criteria for both the conditions in their comparison. Some answers showed very good knowledge.
  • Features of unsuccessful answers
    • Poor answers failed to compare/contrast or showed no knowledge of the criteria for diagnosis of Kawasaki’s Disease in particular.

ACEM Fellowship Short Answer Questions (SAQ)

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